Planet Waves DIY Home Theater Cable Making Kits
Summary
- Product Name: Planet Waves DIY Home Theater Cable Making Kits
- Manufacturer: Planet Waves
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- Review Date: April 24, 2008
- MSRP: $249-$400 per kit
- Specifications
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- Simple 3-Step Assembly Process – Cut, Twist & Screw
- Features Planet Waves’ In = Out™ technology for pure signal transparency
- Do-It-Yourself system yields pre-fabricated look, feel & performance
- Custom length cables provide a neat & clean look - No more coiling excess cable
- Completely repeatable assembly – Reuse connectors for new applications or devices
- Take the guess work out of connecting complex A/V systems – 1 Cable for all applications
- High quality product meets even the most demanding HD performance standards
- So versatile you can make any cable necessary for Audio/Video applications
- Complimentary products available should your home theater require more device hook-ups
Cable Specs
All cable meets below specs:
- Made in USA
- Meets 75 ohm HD standard
- Sweep tested 3GHZ over 100ft with nominal db
PWCK01 Component/AV Solution Kit ($249.99) Includes:
25’ Triple Cable
20 RCA Male Connectors
4 F Connectors
4 Elastic Cable Ties
1 Cable Cutter/Tester
1 ScrewdriverPWCK02 Multi-Function Cable Kit ($249.99) Includes:
25’ Single Cable
25’ Dual Cable
20 RCA Male Connectors
6 F Connectors
8 Elastic Cable Ties
1 Cable Cutter/Tester
1 ScrewdriverPWCK03 Home Theater Installation Kit ($399.99) Includes:
25’ Single Cable
25’ Dual Cable
25’ Triple Cable
38 RCA Male Connectors
4 F Connectors
20 Elastic Cable Ties
1 Cable Cutter/Tester
1 Screwdriver
Pros
- Easy to use self terminating cable solution
- Infinite choice of connector types
- CL2 rated cable that is easy to run behind drywall
Cons
- 18AWG limits reach for high resolution video
- Soft cable jacket prone to ripping if not carefully pulled through in wall installations
- Pricey package options
Introduction
The Planet Waves DIY Home Theater Kit proved to be a versatile product for the end user and custom installer alike. It's probably the easiest self terminating system I have come across and is something every home theater aficionado and cable installer should have in their bag of tricks.
- Planet Waves DIY Cable Kit Packaging and Installation
- Planet Waves DIY Cable Kit Test Results
- Planet Waves DIY Cable Kit Conclusion
